My Phoenix ComicCon Schedule

I’m super excited to be going to Phoenix ComicCon this weekend. I haven’t been but by all accounts it’s a great con. I’ll be doing quite a bit while there, so if you happen to be going too, be sure to stop by and say hello!

Thursday, June 2

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: THE RISE OF WAR: THE MILITARY IN FICTION; NORTH 128A

We are familiar with the tactics, weapons, and discipline as depicted in military fantasy and science fiction, but what about the mental and emotional costs of war? Our panelists discuss everything from tactics to trauma in relation to crafting fiction. Featuring Bradley Beaulieu, Django Wexler, Holly Jennings, Jody Lynn Nye, and Weston Ochse.

Are romantic relations really important to fantasy? Is the pursuit of love just as important as the hero conquering all? Our panel of authors discuss where romance fits in the crafting of fantasy. Featuring Bradley Beaulieu, Leanna Renee Hieber, Sam Sykes, and Suzanne Young.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Building A Believable World: The Deets; NORTH 129A

Building a believable a world is more than just a good map, our panelist discuss the finer points of constructing a believable universe. Featuring Bradley Beaulieu, Brandon Sanderson, Dan Wells, Shannon Messenger, Michael Martinez, and Victoria V. E. Schwab.

Everyone loves a good magic system, but what impact does it have on characters? Our panelists will talk about their favorite stories and their favorite wizards from Gandalf to Harry Potter and discuss how magic impacts people on a personal level. Featuring Bradley Beaulieu, Christina Henry, Leanna Renee Hieber, Sam Sykes, and Victoria V. E. Schwab.

European inspired settings are a tradition in fantasy, but recently fans and authors have been expanding their borders. Our panelists discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these settings. Featuring Bradley Beaulieu, Django Wexler, Leanna Renee Hieber, Michael J. Sullivan, and Sarah Remy.